Domestic Water Taps
There are many types of water taps available on the market, here are just a few: The Monobloc Mixer Tap has a very compact body with the handles and the spout very close together. Some designs of this type of tap have narrow inlet pipes. There are designed to fit in bathrooms and the kitchen. […]
What Exactly is Carbon Monoxide
Actually, carbon monoxide has no colour, odour, taste and is a highly poisonous gas that is created by the incomplete combustion of carbon-based fuels, such as gas, oil, wood and coal. Carbon fuels are really safe in their use. Bounds Green Plumbers can detect carbon monoxide. It is not until the fuel doesnt burn fully […]
Blocked Waste Pipework
There are some cleaning agents for sale that can be used to try and clear a blockage in pipe. However, these can be very dangerous to the health of anyone using them if not used correctly. Waste pipework has to deal with lots of things from food to human waste to food waste so it […]
Washbasins
Five Forms of Wash Basin:1). Wall hung, 4). Wall hung basins and Vessel basins.2). Pedestal basins, 5). Semi-countertop, 3). Countertop basins, Wall Hung Basins:There are many different brackets that can be used to support these types of basins. They include basins that are fixed to the wall by screws or fitted on a dual towel […]
Traps for Plumbing
Listed below is a selection of the various traps that are used in the domestic plumbing trade and how they are used.The Bottle-Trap: A very good trap but they are likely to block very easily, with their size or width can sometimes stop them being fitted pedestals. There is something called a mini bottle trap […]
Move a Washing Machine
If you are renewing, servicing or repairing your washing machine, then you may have to disconnect it yourself before the professional plumber can do his work or before you carry on. It is a great flood risk.To Begin:Pull the machine out and away from the wall. The machine is usually plugged in via a 13 […]
Handy Tips For Changing a Tap
Tip: Sometimes the flexible pipework for the tap can be bent too tight which can result in the restriction of water flow. It is recommended that So make all the bends be made at very gentle angles, making sure that you dont twist the flexi hose at the connection.Tip: Most main water supply drain-cocks are […]
Fit New Basin Taps
Best Tools For The Job:1). A Cranked Spanner:A cranked spanner will release the back nut that attaches the taps to the basin. If the nut is difficult to undo, put a screwdriver through the end of the spanner for extra torque. A Bounds Green Plumber uses different plumbing spanners.2). A Basin Wrench:The Basin Wrench will […]
Conditioning Equipment for Water
Below are three different types of appliances that will condition water. They prevent Lime Scale in a different way to softeners which remove Ions (hardness salts). Electromagnetic Water Conditioner:This unit does not really soften the water. The chemical make up of the water doesnt change. What they do is physically condition the water by running […]
Boiler Problems and Advice
Boiler controls can cause many problems. Of course checking your thermostat, programmer/ time switches and radiator valves can help, however don’t ever attempt to do any complex servicing or repair work on your heating system yourself as the skills of professionals such as Bounds Green Plumbers can keep your boilers and heating system fully maintained […]

